<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Environmental Services (EVS) Technician position performs a variety of general as well as moderately complex cleaning tasks in assigned specialty areas to provide a safe and attractive environment for patients, guests, and staff. This position maintains environmental and infection control standards within established policies and procedures. In addition, the Environmental Services Technician position follows Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) standards for turnover and terminal cleaning of procedure rooms. This position works with floor maintenance equipment and chemicals as well as handling and interaction with hazardous materials for appropriate disposal, conference room set ups and linen distribution, collection and tracking, as appropriate.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Interacts in a positive, professional manner with patients, family and staff</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Actively participates in meetings, huddles and with other team members using positive communication</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit to achieve optimal results.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Responds promptly and positively to requests for assistance with directions and information from patients, staff and visitors</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Promptly responds to all assignments to create an environment that is conducive for healing. Communicates and documents any facility or patient related issues to management, as appropriate.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Performs efficient room cleaning processes ensuring timely patient admissions</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Follows department process for room cleaning and discharge inspections, as appropriate, with the goal of meeting or exceeding HCAHPS cleanliness scores.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Achieves discharge, daily room cleaning and assigned area turn-around times, as appropriate</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>During discharge activity, tracks, logs, and notifies appropriate management of safety and repair needs for equipment</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Follows policies, procedures, and safety rules. Corrects minor safety hazards and observes standard infection control precautions and complies with OSHA standards</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Performs one or more of the following: ¿ Follows proper cleaning/maintenance procedures for all floor types utilizing equipment, as appropriate. ¿ Collects, transports and disposes of solid/biohazard waste through proper procedures. ¿ Follows identified cleaning procedures, which may include utilizing specialty equipment, in assigned areas (e.g. surgical, procedural or isolation areas, etc.). ¿ Uses appropriate transporting techniques for clean or soiled linen and assists with quality assurance by examining, identifying and rejecting poor quality linen.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Appropriately uses and stores chemicals, paper goods, supplies, and equipment utilized during a shift. Reports, tracks and assesses wasteful practices.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Manages time effectively and prioritize department daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Assumes responsibility for growth and development. Participates in continuing education and in-service programs. Actively participates in EVS shared governance, meetings or huddles by contributing ideas towards improving the efficiency and effectiveness of department processes</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging coworkers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
<ul>
<li>High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) preferred</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>One year of experience preferred</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
<ul>
<li>DOTHAZMAT Certification (DOT) -- US Department Of Transportation Hazardous Materials Certification within 90 days </li>
</ul>
 LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED 
<ul>
<li>DL - Driver License - State Licensure </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department as appropriate</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Multi-task oriented, ability to complete work within designated time frames</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to accurately and efficiently perform duties with minimal supervision</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate efficient and safe use of housekeeping equipment and chemicals</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate in a manner consistent with a customer service focus</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform Yes</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional No</li>
<li>Other (department approved) Yes</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* No</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. Houston Methodist consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, and seven community hospitals throughout the greater Houston area. Houston Methodist also includes an academic institute, a comprehensive residency program, a global business division, numerous physician practices and several free-standing emergency rooms and outpatient facilities. Overall, Houston Methodist employs more than 27,000 employees and is supported by a wide variety of business functions that operate at the system level to help enable clinical departments to provide high quality patient care.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Environmental Services Technician PT-Josie Roberts Building (Med Center)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Pathologist Assistant position is responsible for providing anatomic pathology services under the direction and supervision of a pathologist. This position contributes to the overall efficiency of the laboratory and pathology practice in a cost-effective manner by performing a variety of tasks, consisting primarily of gross examination of surgical pathology specimens and instructing pathology residents and pathology assistant students in gross surgical pathology. This Pathologists' Assistant position also participates in department initiatives, identifying and assisting with opportunities for performance improvement activities.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Provides instruction to pathology residents, fellows and pathology assistant students in surgical and autopsy pathology, acting as a resource and mentor.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Collaborates with interprofessional team members to provide clinical expertise, providing appropriate clinical judgment and support interprofessional health care team. </li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Performs gross dissection of large and small surgical specimens, using standard dissection protocols, identifying and submitting pathologic tissues for histological processing and evaluation. Dictates accurate and precise gross descriptions for each specimen.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Assists wit dissection and tissue sampling of specimens sent for intra-operative consultation.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Photographs specimens for documentation and for use in presentations and publications. Maintains digital photography database.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Completes overflow cases from other peripheral hospitals as needed. Available to provide coverage at other Houston Methodist laboratory entities as needed.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Reviews all frozen section reports on a monthly basis for quality assurance, with final review and assessment by pathologists.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Collects cases for quality assurance retrospective review.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ensures compliance with OSHA regulations and adherence to safety procedures.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Identifies opportunities for process improvement providing recommendations impacting quality and safety targets, collaborating with the interprofessional team. Contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks as appropriate.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Works in conjunction with department to reduce any waste of resources and materials and perpetuate financial stewardship and growth.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Maintains personal professional development through professional organization membership. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. Seeks opportunities to expand learning to further their education for growth with a focus on continual development.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Participates in specified division clinical education programs, division meetings. Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement hospital projects and department activities.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
<ul>
<li>Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section. </li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>One year clinical experience if program-trained</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Three years clinical experience if on-the-job trained</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Experience with computer systems</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
<ul>
<li>PA(ASCP) - Pathologists' Assistant (ASCP) within 6 months </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing heavy work flow with minimal supervision.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strong attention to detail and ability to achieve and maintain accuracy.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion to recognize problems, identify causes and take corrective action.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems.</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform No</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional No</li>
<li>Other (department approved) No</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* No</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Pathologist Assistant - Pathology - (Katy/West)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionJoin the Ashley Family - We Hire for Attitude, Train for Skill
Join the Ashley Family as a Manufacturing or Distribution Associate and help bring quality furniture to millions of homes across America. This role offers opportunities to master cutting-edge technology, develop valuable skills, and grow professionally through our training programs - all while making a real difference in customers' lives.
We value our team members with competitive pay, excellent healthcare benefits, and more, ensuring both you and your family have a secure future. Every product you handle directly impacts families creating their perfect living spaces, making your role essential to our success.
Your Impact on Our Manufacturing Story:
<ul>
<li>Create quality furniture through expert assembly techniques and precision craftsmanship</li>
<li>Maintain our quality standards by performing detailed inspections, repairs, and refinements</li>
<li>Drive efficiency using modern tracking systems and digital tools to document production</li>
<li>Master specialized equipment and tools while following safety and operational best practices</li>
<li>Ensure product excellence through careful packaging and preparation for delivery</li>
<li>Take pride in maintaining an organized, efficient workspace, including tools and equipment</li>
<li>Contribute to equipment reliability through proactive maintenance and clear communication</li>
<li>Create an ergonomic workspace using proper material handling techniques and equipment</li>
</ul>
Your Impact on Our Distribution Story:
<ul>
<li>Be part of delivering comfort to homes across America by expertly handling our furniture with care and precision</li>
<li>Master the art of safe material handling, from maneuvering designer sofas to organizing home accessories</li>
<li>Drive efficiency using state-of-the-art equipment including powered industrial vehicles and cherry pickers</li>
<li>Ensure perfect product condition through careful handling and quality checks throughout the process</li>
<li>Contribute to our fast-paced environment by moving materials strategically throughout our distribution center</li>
</ul>
Your Impact on Our Ashley Family:
<ul>
<li>Grow with our team through active participation in training, meetings, and mentoring others</li>
<li>Drive continuous improvement by sharing innovative ideas and solutions</li>
<li>Demonstrate excellence through consistent high-quality performance and reliable attendance</li>
<li>Build strong relationships through effective teamwork and communication</li>
<li>Live our Core and Growth Values while creating furniture that turns houses into homes</li>
</ul>
What Makes YOU the next part of our story:
<ul>
<li>Physical Capability: Pushing and pulling: You will frequently transport loads of up to 100 pounds and occasionally manipulate up to 250 pounds</li>
<li>Technical Aptitude: You're comfortable operating machinery and hand tools with precision, always prioritizing safety and following standard procedures</li>
<li>Attention to Detail: You take pride in accurately recording production information using various methods, from digital scanners to handwritten logs</li>
<li>Quality Focus: You have a keen eye for identifying defects and taking initiative to repair them, always upholding our high standards</li>
<li>Safety First Mindset: You champion a safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols and looking out for yourself and your teammates</li>
</ul>
Why Your Future is Here:
Our full-time positions come with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family's wellbeing, including premium healthcare coverage, ways to save for your future, and exclusive employee perks.
At Ashley Furniture we hire for attitude and train for skill. We embrace our core value of continuous improvement by investing in our people through on-going learning opportunities, on-the-job training, and clear paths for advancement. Your growth is our priority - from day one, you'll have access to skill development programs and the support needed to build a lasting career with Ashley.
Every piece of furniture you help create brings comfort and style to homes across the world. Your craftsmanship directly impacts families who trust Ashley to make their house a home. Join our team and build not just furniture, but a rewarding career with endless opportunities for growth.
Let's Build Something Great - Apply Today!]]&gt;

Manufacturing and Warehouse Associates (Advance, NC) ($15.00 - $21.00 per hour)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus or Student Loan Assistance!
As an employer, MJHS attracts individuals who see their work as a calling as well as a job. Professionals in every job category have cited that they appreciate being left to make their own decisions, are encouraged to voice their opinions, and are given the necessary breathing room to do their work with minimal supervision. Yet, at the same time, they feel that management and their co-workers are solidly behind them and readily accessible.
Patients trust and rely on your judgment. And so do we!

Someone with your depth of compassion, clinical insight and strong decision-making capabilities is the ideal person to map out and oversee the process of a patient’s recovery from illness, injury or surgery at home. At&nbsp;MJHS, our dedicated staff provides a full range of advanced clinical home care services, including patient assessment, medication management and patient/family education.
In this role, you will assume the ongoing, primary responsibility to coordinate, implement and continually evaluate the home care needs of your patients. You will also review patient insurance information, coordinate activities involved in each individual care plan and make sure that pertinent findings are shared with family and professional caregivers. Your excellent communication, documentation and time management capabilities will be essential to your success. And all along the way, you will experience the respect for your opinions and the high level of autonomy you need to do the job right.&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>
Excellent clinical assessment skills
</li>
<li>
Strong ability to solve problems independently and interact with an integrated team
</li>
<li>
Current NYS RN license and registration
</li>
<li>
Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
</li>
<li>
Minimum of one year acute medical-surgical nursing experience
</li>
<li>
CHHA experience preferred &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
</li>
</ul>
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Coordinator of Care (Community Health Nurse) - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus or Student Loan Assistance!

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionOverview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.</li>
<li>2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. Additional Information THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY THE CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT Orthopedic RN experience preferred. YNHHS Requisition ID 162257]]&gt;

Registered Nurse - Med/Surg (Medical/Surgical)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Charge Nurse position is a licensed professional Registered Nurse (RN), who, as an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. This position creates an environment for the management and delivery of safe patient care. In addition to fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a clinical nurse, the Charge Nurse position is a role model and coach to department personnel and assists in developing their skills and knowledge. This position provides nursing care to a diverse patient population. Besides conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment and maintenance of medical records, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the Charge Nurse assumes leadership responsibilities with high level contributions at the bedside, unit, service line, and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading unit and shared governance activities, assessing unit needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff and coordinating unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Fosters staff engagement by demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Anticipates the needs of the staff members and proactively offers assistance. Role models interprofessional communication, which includes active listening and teaching, and assists with staff stress management as needed. Improves departmental scores for turnover/retention on unit-based scorecard.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Role models fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics and teambuilding strategies through problem solving, coaching, and developing staff. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Provides input into staff performance reviews, as appropriate.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Functions as a mentor and resource to unit staff, provides oversight for students/new employee/preceptorships. Identifies levels of organizational conflict and applies tools to effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other interprofessional healthcare team members.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Leads the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations; audits plan of care. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, and staff on the improvement of patient care through leader rounding. Ensures effective collaboration with other departments regarding patient process issues.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Drives department service standards and activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through role modeling and fostering accountability.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document, by actively participating in meeting and improving nurse sensitive quality indicators and patient safety goals. Participates in the creation of a continuous improvement environment by promoting situational awareness, assisting with audits as needed, and using teachable moments.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Coordinates nursing care throughout the shift considering patient acuity, staff skill level and safety to ensure that our duty to our patients can be met. Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Facilitates seamless patient flow to/from/through the department, leading the delivery of quality family-centered care throughout the continuum of care. Ensures the patient plan of care is accurate and timely, coaching staff if documentation deficiencies are identified. Works closely with the OAs and bed management regarding timely patient placement. Proactively recognizes, determines a plan of action, and responds to situations, such as Rapid Response/CERTs, and emergency codes.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Participates in initiatives to improve quality and safety scores on the unit and hospital scorecards, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the interprofessional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety. Assists with audits as needed.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Implements department strategies to achieve financial target on unit-based scorecard and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to departmental specifications.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Attends daily care coordination rounds to facilitate patient progression. Ensures that follow-up has been implemented on any concerns or issues identified by the team. Manages productivity in accordance with staffing grid.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provides input into unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs. Oversees shift by shift resource utilization through the allocation of staff, supplies and contributions to the patient throughput.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions for practice changes to improve patient care or unit operations such as reduction of hospital readmissions or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in unit projects and shared governance activities. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to shared governance and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs designed to improve quality and professional practice.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
<ul>
<li>RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR</li>
<li>RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND</li>
<li>Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line </li>
</ul>
 LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED 
<ul>
<li>Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional healthcare team and patients and their families.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates proficient time management skills.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates highly developed assessment skills; contributes to policies, procedure and protocols.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Has knowledge of Nursing Unit's Dashboard and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) scores.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates expertise in operating the electronic medical record</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform Yes</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional No</li>
<li>Other (department approved) No</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* Yes</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Charge Nurse - Labor & Delivery - Nights

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Staff Pharmacist position is responsible for providing day-to-day comprehensive, patient-oriented, pharmacy services in any or all areas of the department which includes processing orders, therapy review, and education to patients and other members of the direct patient care team. This position collaborates with other health care professionals to manage patients' drug therapies for effectiveness and overall safety. The Staff Pharmacist position contributes to the fulfillment of the department's mission by collaborating to provide innovative, personalized, cost-effective pharmaceutical care in a culture dedicated to quality and safety. This position is also responsible for the oversight of pharmacy technicians and students and may serve as a preceptor, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of pharmaceuticals.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Guides and mentors pharmacy technicians and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. In the absence of Senior Staff Pharmacists or other higher level, serves as a coordinator for the shift overseeing and leading activities of technicians and other support staff.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Processes all orders/requests accurately and efficiently, verifying appropriateness of all drugs in reference to the patient's diagnosis, allergies, height and weight.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Monitors workload fluctuations and work output of pharmacy technician(s), adjusting assignments as appropriate to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medications to patient care areas.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Conducts proactive drug therapy reviews and monitoring, providing drug information, patient counseling, and management of pharmacist-based dosing protocols, collaborating with other health care staff for problem resolution for the achievement of patient-specific goals.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Collaborates with other health care professionals to manage patient's drug therapy for effectiveness, side effects, adverse drug reactions, toxicities, drug interactions, and incompatibilities following guidelines for formulary management and clinical intervention tools in the achievement of patient specific goals. Documents patient care activities and patient outcomes as impacted by pharmaceutical care and clinical interventions.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Participates in department quality management activities, i.e. medication use evaluations, adverse drug reactions and medication error reporting, clinical interventions, medication center reviews, and inventory management documentation and reporting.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Manages inventory to minimize waste and expired drugs in the work area as well as uses one's resources effectively and efficiently.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Participates in inter- and intra-departmental activities including in-services, article publication/presentation, preceptorship, and additional training. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Staff Pharmacist.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
<ul>
<li>Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>No experience needed; some experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
<ul>
<li>PHRM - Pharmacist - State Licensure -- Texas Pharmacist license or eligible for Texas Pharmacist license within 90 days AND</li>
<li>PPC- Pharmacist Preceptor Cert - State Licensure -- within 15 months AND</li>
<li>NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation -- For pharmacists regularly assigned to respond to Code Blue events within 90 days AND</li>
<li>IV Certification - Intravenous certification (ACPE) -- If applicable to primary work assignment within 90 days AND</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) within 90 days </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers; capable of assuming responsibility for coordinating the activities of a major pharmacy service area</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge and skills in comprehensive pharmacy services including unit-dose drug distribution, intravenous admixture preparation, nutrition support services, and target drug monitoring</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the knowledge of basic principles regarding rational drug therapy, including but not limited to, professional and technical competence in the selection, evaluation, utilization, and distribution of drugs and drug information and apply these to all patient groups, neonate to geriatric</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Computer skills to include proficiency in MS Office and EMR software</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform No</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional Yes</li>
<li>Other (department approved) No</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* No</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Staff Pharmacist - Nights

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionOur groundbreaking Hospice and Palliative Care programs offer a broad range of services in both in-patient facilities and the community to help patients and their families ease the burden of managing a life-limiting illness or end-of-life care.
Working on-site at a major medical center, the Hospice Care Planner is responsible for evaluating and establishing a plan of care for patients referred for Hospice Care services. The Hospice Care Planner will facilitate admission of referrals upon discharge from the hospital to a Hospice program that meets the needs of the patient and family members. As a key member of the business development and marketing team, the Hospice Care Planner develops and maintains positive relationships with physicians, social workers, case managers and discharge planners within the medical center.
• Licensed with current Registration to practice as Registered Professional Nurse in NYS is required. • Bachelor's Degree preferred. • Must have a minimum of two years experience in Hospice nursing with proficiency in physical assessment and interviewing skills. • Must be client-service focused with excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Advanced critical thinking and problem solving skills, plus the ability to work independently is essential. • Bilingual Spanish/English is required in some locations.
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Hospice Care Planner

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription We are Immediately Hiring for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) role. Daily Pay offered! Part time all shifts 11pm-7am Per Diem Benefits for LPNs include:
<ul>
<li>Generous PTO and Holiday Pay</li>
<li>Great Pay Rates! (based on experience and skills)</li>
<li>Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits</li>
<li>Tuition Assistance Programs, Career Advancement Opportunity</li>
</ul>
New Nurse graduates and LPNs with experience are welcome! We provide great training, orientation and support. Join a fantastic company and facility. Experience a great work environment led by an engaged management team Key Responsibilities Job responsibilities for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) include and are not limited to:
<ul>
<li>Assisting CNAs in performing ADL and routine care. </li>
<li>Conducting resident/patient treatments. </li>
<li>Administering medication in accordance with physician orders and Plan of Care.</li>
<li> Submitting pharmacy orders. </li>
<li>Accurately documenting and recording all information. </li>
<li>Giving injections of medication as prescribed. </li>
<li>Observing resident health to communicate current condition to RNs, Supervisors, and Physicians. </li>
<li>Taking vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and weight.</li>
<li>Basic care, including wound cleaning and bandaging.</li>
<li>Managing IVs, starting IV drips. </li>
<li>Monitoring fluid/food intake and output. </li>
<li>Observing and reporting resident accidents, incidents and the presence of skin breakdowns. </li>
<li>Assisting as directed in the admissions process.</li>
</ul>
About Clover Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center Working at Clover Meadows truly means becoming a member of our family. We believe caring for seniors is a uniquely rewarding experience and there is no better place to realize that experience than with us. As a Clover Meadows employee, you will be an integral member of our team, and share in the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our residents each and every day. Clover Meadows has a friendly work environment with many long-time employees. We offer great benefits and a competitive compensation package. You can be anything you want to be... Join our staff. Experience possibility. ]]&gt;

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